Form Bmv 4321 PDF Details

The Ohio Department of Public Safety's Bureau of Motor Vehicles provides the BMV 4321 form, a comprehensive application process designed for individuals or entities aiming to operate as leasing motor vehicle dealers within the state. This integral form captures a range of essential information including, but not confined to, precise business details, ownership or corporate officer identities, and specifics regarding the physical dealership location. A pivotal aspect of obtaining the leasing motor vehicle dealer license through this application is the adherence to a set of stringent requirements, highlighting the state’s commitment to maintaining high operational standards in the vehicular leasing sector. Applicants are prompted to prove their compliance with financial thresholds, physical office space criteria, and operational exclusivity towards vehicle leasing. Furthermore, it mandates background checks for key personnel to uphold safety and integrity within the industry. Additionally, the form outlines the necessary fees and draws attention to the coexisting jurisdiction of local zoning laws, reminding applicants of the layered regulatory landscape governing the establishment of leasing operations. This foundational document thus serves as a starting point for navigating the procedural and regulatory pathways to entering Ohio’s motor vehicle leasing market.

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OHIO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES

LEASING MOTOR VEHICLE

DEALER APPLICATION

LEASING COMPANY INFORMATION

EXACT BUSINESS NAME

BUSINESS PHONE #

ALTERNATE PHONE #

 

 

 

REGISTERED DBA OR TRADE NAME

FAX #

COUNTY

 

 

 

BUSINESS STREET ADDRESS

EMAIL ADDRESS

 

 

 

 

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

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It is understood that a physical inspection will be performed by BMV investigations shortly after license issuance. If the licensed location fails to meet any of the listed requirements, it will immediately be referred to the Motor Vehicle Dealer Board for possible suspension or revocation of the license.

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Note: The issuance of a Leasing Motor Vehicle Dealer License does not supersede local zoning. The State of Ohio (BMV) Dealer Licensing is the regulator of motor vehicle dealers, but does not pre-empt the enforcement by local authorities of local zoning, health, or safety codes or laws. It is recommended that each applicant check zoning regulations applicable to the proposed facility with their local authority prior to making application.

FEDERAL TAX ID OR EIN #

VENDOR’S #

Make check payable to “Ohio Treasurer of State.”

Fees are as follows: (DO NOT SEND CASH) *FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE*

Leasing licensing with plate (optional)

Permit (Required)

 

$ 50.00

 

 

 

 

Master Plate

 

$ 50.25

 

 

 

 

Postage

 

$ 4.50

 

 

 

 

SUBTOTAL FEE

 

$ 104.75

 

 

 

*Additional Plate(s) (Optional) $10.25 x

 

 

$

 

 

 

GRAND TOTAL FEE

 

$

 

 

 

 

Leasing licensing with no plate (out of state)

Permit

$50.00

 

 

GRAND TOTAL FEE

$50.00

 

 

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*A reasonable number of additional plates may be requested to support the motor vehicle leasing license. Plates may not be used contrary to uses as specified in the Ohio Revised Code (R.C) 4503.31. I understand that plates used for any other purpose may be reduced or may be subject to confiscation.

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Indicate style of business

Sole Proprietor

Corporation

Limited Liability

Partnership

Business Trust

Based on the style of business indicated, complete the corresponding section only.

Failure to complete ANY portion will delay processing of this application.

Sole Proprietor (BCI&I Civilian background check required)

FIRST NAME

MI

LAST NAME

 

 

 

HOME ADDRESS

 

SSN

 

 

 

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

Corporation

President (BCI&I Civilian background check required)

FIRST NAME

MI

LAST NAME

 

 

 

HOME ADDRESS

 

SSN

 

 

 

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

Vice President

FIRST NAME

MI

LAST NAME

 

 

 

HOME ADDRESS

 

SSN

 

 

 

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

Treasurer

FIRST NAME

MI

LAST NAME

 

 

 

HOME ADDRESS

 

SSN

 

 

 

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

Secretary

FIRST NAME

MI

LAST NAME

 

 

 

HOME ADDRESS

 

SSN

 

 

 

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

Any additional officers, please list on a separate sheet of paper and attach to this application.

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Limited Liability

Member (owning 10% or more) (BCI&I Civilian background check required.)

FIRST NAME

 

MI

LAST NAME

 

 

 

 

HOME ADDRESS

 

SSN

 

 

 

CITY

 

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

 

Member (owning 10% or more) (BCI&I Civilian background check required.)

 

 

FIRST NAME

 

MI

LAST NAME

 

 

 

 

HOME ADDRESS

 

SSN

 

 

 

CITY

 

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

 

Member (owning 10% or more) (BCI&I Civilian background check required.)

 

 

FIRST NAME

 

MI

LAST NAME

 

 

 

 

HOME ADDRESS

 

SSN

 

 

 

CITY

 

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

 

Member (owning 10% or more) (BCI&I Civilian background check required.)

 

 

FIRST NAME

 

MI

LAST NAME

 

 

 

 

HOME ADDRESS

 

SSN

 

 

 

CITY

 

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

 

If a member is a corporation, please list; the corporation’s name, federal tax ID number, address and below list officer’s name, address and social security number of the applicant.

*Use only if Member is a corporation.

BUSINESS NAME

FEDERAL TAX ID OR EIN #

 

 

 

 

 

ADDRESS

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

 

FIRST NAME

MI

LAST NAME

 

 

 

 

 

HOME ADDRESS

 

SSN

 

 

 

 

 

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

 

 

Any additional officers, please list on a separate sheet of paper and attach to this application.

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Partnership

Partner (BCI&I Civilian background check required)

FIRST NAME

MI

LAST NAME

 

 

 

HOME ADDRESS

 

SSN

 

 

 

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

Partner (BCI&I Civilian background check required)

 

 

FIRST NAME

MI

LAST NAME

 

 

 

HOME ADDRESS

 

SSN

 

 

 

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

If a partner is a corporation, please list; the corporation’s name, federal tax ID number, address and below list officer’s name, address and social security number of the applicant.

*Use only if Member is a corporation.

BUSINESS NAME

FEDERAL TAX ID OR EIN #

 

 

 

 

 

ADDRESS

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

 

FIRST NAME

MI

LAST NAME

 

 

 

 

 

HOME ADDRESS

 

SSN

 

 

 

 

 

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

 

 

Any additional officers, please list on a separate sheet of paper and attach to this application.

Business Trust

Trustee (BCI&I Civilian background check required)

FIRST NAME

MI

LAST NAME

 

 

 

HOME ADDRESS

 

SSN

 

 

 

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

Trustee (BCI&I Civilian background check required)

 

 

 

 

 

FIRST NAME

MI

LAST NAME

 

 

 

HOME ADDRESS

 

SSN

 

 

 

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

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(For a complete list of electronic fingerprinting locations in

If a trustee, is a corporation, please list the corporation’s name, federal tax ID number, address and list officer’s name, address and social security number of the corporation.

*Use only if Trustee is a corporation.

BUSINESS NAME

FEDERAL TAX ID OR EIN #

 

 

 

 

 

ADDRESS

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

 

FIRST NAME

MI

LAST NAME

 

 

 

 

 

HOME ADDRESS

 

SSN

 

 

 

 

 

CITY

STATE

ZIP CODE

 

 

 

 

 

Any additional officers, please list on a separate sheet of paper and attach to this application.

BACKGROUND CHECK INFORMATION

Ohio residents who are owners, partners, president, or members owning 10% or more, and trustees MUST be electronically fingerprinted and applicants must request the results be sent electronically to direct copy “BMV Dealer Licensing” at the web check locations in order for them to be forwarded to the BMV dealer licensing section.

Ohio visit WWW.ohioattorneygeneral.gov ).

Out-of-state applicants or those who qualify for electronic exemption must submit a fingerprint card, exemption form, and fingerprint card processing fee with the application for license. Call the Dealer Licensing section (614) 752-7636 to obtain a fingerprint card and exemption form.

Has the required person(s) had the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigations (BCI&I) electronic web check completed? Yes No

NOTE: Applications for a dealer license shall be denied for reasons listed in the R.C. 4517.12 and 4501:1-3-09 of the Ohio Administrative Code which include:

The applicant has been convicted of ANY felony during the past ten (10) years.

Any misdemeanor or felony fraudulent conviction (regardless of the conviction date) related to dealing in motor vehicles.

LEASING MOTOR VEHICLE DEALER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Below are listed the physical requirements for application. Affirm that each requirement meets exactly as intended at the time of application and shall remain in compliance the entire time the license is held.

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The business must have a net worth (assets – liabilities) of at least $75,000 and be maintained throughout the course of holding a valid license.

Is the establishment for which this application is made used exclusively for the purpose of leasing motor vehicles to the general public for personal, family or household use?

If “no”, give a complete detailed explanation of the type of business you are engaging in on a separate sheet and submit with the application.

The proposed location must be easily accessible from a public roadway and identified as a motor vehicle dealership.

An Office shall be separated from any residence by a permanent physical barrier and contain no less than 180 square feet of usable interior office area excluding restrooms, storage or utility space. The office shall be kept neat and orderly at all times, clearly marked and used exclusively for leasing motor vehicles. The office must include the following:

OFFICE CHECKLIST FOR A LEASING MOTOR VEHICLE DEALER (Initial next to ALL)

Desk

Three Chairs

Facsimile Machine

Electric lighting sufficient for an office

Heating sufficient for an office

 

Telephone, in service at all times, answered in dealership name

Filing Cabinet

 

 

 

 

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The business hours shall be open a minimum of thirty hours per week, at least six of which shall occur Monday through Friday, from seven a.m. to five p.m. and must be prominently displayed and maintained with the office staffed by a person licensed under chapter 4517 of the R.C. during the entire time the license is held.

A certified copy of the dealer permit and a current list of salespersons shall be posted in a conspicuous place in each place of business pursuant to R.C. 4517.10.

A permanent, properly maintained, and prominently displayed sign showing the exact name of the business as it appears on the application and, any registered trade names in letters, in letters that shall be no less than six (6”) inches high.

Required at the time of application, the applicant must provide clear photographs (via mail or email) of the location showing:

1)Sign with the business name, including any registered trade names.

2)The office (inside and outside).

PHOTOS MAY BE SUBMITTED BY MAIL WITH THE APPLICATION OR BY E-MAIL TO

dealerphotos@dps.state.oh.us

Please DO NOT submit an application until you meet the

LEASING MOTOR VEHICLE DEALER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS that have been listed above.

Fees are non-refundable.

Answer each of the following questions truthfully to the best of your knowledge and as a representative of all persons listed in the ownership section.

Yes

No

1.

Is the applicant a, Bank Lessor, Commercial Vehicle Lessor, or a Captive Finance Lessor (i.e.

 

 

 

Manufacturer’s finance companies)?

 

 

 

 

Yes

No

2.

Does the business listed on this application have a net worth of at least $75,000, maintained during

 

 

 

the entire period for which the license is held?

Note: No dealer shall be issued a motor vehicle dealer’s license or permitted to operate under a license unless the dealer has a net worth (Net Worth = assets minus Liabilities) in the sum of $75,000, and must be verifiable upon request of the Registrar. You may wish to contact a Certified Public Accountant for specific information.

Yes

No

3.

Are you or any persons listed as owners, partners, officers, members, directors, trustee officer,

 

 

 

member, trustee owner, partner, or director listed under another motor vehicle business entity?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Yes

No

4.

Have you or any person listed previously applied for a motor vehicle dealer’s license, leasing license,

 

 

 

distributor’s license, auction owner’s license, motor vehicle salvage dealership, motor vehicle salvage

 

 

 

auction, motor vehicle salvage pool, construction equipment auction license or salesperson’s

 

 

 

license?

 

 

 

 

 

 

(If “yes”, please list below)

 

 

 

 

 

 

BUSINESS NAME APPLIED IN

DATE

TYPE OF LICENSE

PERMIT # - IF ISSUED

 

 

 

 

BUSINESS NAME APPLIED IN

DATE

TYPE OF LICENSE

PERMIT # - IF ISSUED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Yes

No

5.

Have you or any person listed as an owner, officer, member, trustee, partner, or director ever have

 

 

 

their dealer’s license suspended or revoked?

 

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Yes No 6. Have you or any person listed as an owner, officer, member, trustee, partner, or director ever been convicted of a felony?

Yes No 7. Have you or any person listed as an owner, officer, member, trustee, partner, or director ever been convicted of an offense that was related to the selling of or dealing in motor vehicles?

*If answered “yes” to either question #6 or #7 above, please provide the following information: (1) The courts journal entry showing the final disposition of your conviction.

(2)The charge you were convicted of.

(3)Please attach a short summary explaining the charge you were convicted of.

Yes No 8. Have you or any person listed as an owner, officer, member, trustee, partner, or director ever had a civil judgment rendered against you / him / her that related to tampering with an odometer, rolling back an odometer, or failing to provide true and accurate odometer disclosure statements.

Yes No 9. Have you or any person listed as an owner, officer, member, trustee, partner, or director ever had a civil judgment rendered against you that resulted from a transaction of business as a motor vehicle dealer, and remains unsatisfied?

*If answered “yes” to either question #8 or #9 above, please provide the following information:

(1)The courts journal entry showing the final disposition of the judgment

(2)The court of jurisdiction that decided the civil judgment

(3)That court’s case number

(4)The date the civil judgment was issued

Yes No 10. Will any business other than a licensed motor vehicle dealer be operated from this proposed Dealership location?

This includes a business operating from the building your office is housed and / or any other building on the proposed motor vehicle dealership location. If yes what type of business is sharing the location (Include business name and the relationship to this proposed motor vehicle dealership). Please provide answers on a separate sheet and submit with the application.

Yes No 11. Are you or do you intend on sharing the proposed business location with another licensed motor vehicle dealer?

* If “YES”, give the business name

*A Certificate of Compliance form (BMV 4347) must be submitted with this application.

Yes No 12. To your knowledge, was the proposed business location previously occupied by another licensed motor vehicle dealer?

If “YES”, give the business name, if available

Yes No 13. With the exception of sole proprietors, has the applicant completed the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification form that is required to be on file with the employer under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, 8 USC 1324a?

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YOU WILL LOSE YOUR DRIVER LICENSE IF YOU DRIVE WITHOUT INSURANCE OR OTHER

ACCEPTABLE FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY COVERAGE

In Ohio, it is illegal to drive any motor vehicle without insurance or other financial responsibility (FR) coverage.

It is also illegal for any motor vehicle owner to allow anyone else to drive the owner’s vehicle without FR coverage.

PROOF OF COVERAGE IS REQUIRED: Whenever a police officer issues a traffic ticket At all vehicle inspection stops Upon traffic court appearances and Upon random checks by the Registrar of Motor Vehicles.

ANY DRIVER OR OWNER WHO FAILS TO SHOW PROOF OF INSURANCE OR OTHER COVERAGE WILL: Lose his or her driver license until requirements are met on first offense, ONE YEAR on second offense and TWO YEARS on additional offenses Lose his or her license plates and vehicle registration Pay reinstatement fees of $100.00 for first offense, $300.00 for second offense, $600.00 for third and subsequent offenses Pay a $50.00 penalty for any failure to surrender his or her driver license, license plates, or registration AND Be required to maintain special FR coverage (“High-risk” insurance or equivalent) on file with the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) for THREE or FIVE YEARS.

ONCE THIS SUSPENSION IS IN EFFECT: Any driver or owner who violates the suspension will have his or her vehicle immobilized and his or her license plates confiscated for at least 30 DAYS first offense and 60 DAYS second offense. For third or subsequent offenses, the vehicle will be forfeited and sold and the person will not be permitted to register any motor vehicle in Ohio for FIVE YEARS.

IF YOU ARE INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WITHOUT INSURANCE OR OTHER FR COVERAGE: In addition to all the penalties listed above, you may have A SECURITY SUSPENSION for TWO YEARS or more and A JUDGMENT SUSPENSION INDEFINITELY (until all damages have been satisfied).

THESE PENALTIES ARE IN ADDITION TO ANY FINES OR PENALTIES IMPOSED BY A COURT OF LAW.

WARNING: THESE LAWS DO NOT PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY THAT YOU MAY BE INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WITH A PERSON WHO HAS NO INSURANCE OR OTHER FR COVERAGE.

WHEN REQUIRED, PROOF OF COVERAGE MAY BE SHOWN BY ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: AN INSURANCE POLICY showing automobile liability insurance of at least $12,500 bodily injury per person, $25,000 injury two or more persons, and $7,500 property damage AN INSURANCE IDENTIFICATION CARD (same coverage) A SURETY BOND OF $30,000 issued by any authorized surety company or insurance company A BMV BOND SECURED BY REAL ESTATE having equity of at least $60,000 A BMV CERTIFICATE FOR MONEY OR GOVERNMENT BONDS in the amount of $30,000 on deposit with the Ohio Treasurer of State A BMV CERTIFICATE OF SELF-INSURANCE, available only to companies or persons who own at least twenty-six motor vehicles.

I affirm that the motor vehicles owned by this business will be insured or have other FR coverage, will not be operated without FR coverage and will not be used as commercial vehicles unless so registered.

I also affirm that all statements in the foregoing application and in any attached sheets are true and correct and that I, as owner, as a partner, an officer, member, or trustee, have authority to sign this application and to make the statements contained herein and have initialed as required.

DATE OF APPLICATION

SIGNATURE (OWNER, PARTNER, PRESIDENT, MEMBER, OR TRUSTEE)

 

X

TITLE

PRINTED OR TYPED NAME OF SIGNER

NOTARY:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Subscribed and sworn to before me this

 

day of

,

 

in the county of

 

State of

Ohio.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(SEAL)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

My commission expires

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SIGNATURE

 

 

 

RETURN THE COMPLETED APPLICATION, PHOTOS,

OTHER SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS AND FEES TO:

Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles

Attention: Dealer Licensing Section

P.O. Box 16521

Columbus, Ohio 43216-6521

For Additional Information and Laws

Visit our Web site at www.ohioautodealers.com

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